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The jelly sandals trend is back to warm your cold ’90s heart
Millennials of a certain age are sure to remember jelly sandals — the somewhat see-through, opaque plastic shoes that were absolute must-haves in the late ’90s and early 2000s. Payless stocked them in tons of glittery colors, so picking one to go with all your outfits was probably the hardest challenge. Unless, of course, you were someone whose parents would buy you multiple pairs of jelly sandals (we’re all still jealous of you, Jennifer).
Well, millennials, I’m here to tell you that jelly sandals are back. With the ’90s style resurgence that’s happening right now, jelly sandals are the latest trend to come back around, and now that we have control of our own bank accounts, we can buy them in all the colors we want. No more Mom and Dad gatekeeping the jellies.
In this article: Crocs Women’s Splash Strappy Sandals, Dear Time Women Flat Heel Summer Beach Jelly Shoes and Sam Edelman Bay Jelly Slide Sandal
While you can still get the classic jelly sandals you remember from your childhood, many of them have gotten modern updates. Jelly sandals now come in trendy slide styles, as ballet flats and with other updated twists that bring the ’90s staple into 2024. Below, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite jelly sandals — so check them out and you’re sure to find your new favorite pair of shoes for the summer.
Jelly sandals are back — but they’ve gotten some modern upgrades that have made them trendier than ever
Crocs Women’s Splash Strappy Sandals
These jelly sandals from Crocs are modeled after the slide sandals that we still see everywhere, so they’re comfy and trendy.
Dear Time Women Flat Heel Summer Beach Jelly Shoes
Ballet flats meet jelly sandals in these ultra-trendy shoes that you can wear to the beach or a hip brunch spot.
Sam Edelman Bay Jelly Slide Sandal
These jelly slides are casual but elevated thanks to small details on the straps (and they’re 50% off right now).
Stuart Weitzman Sawyer Slide Sandal
Get a more subtle version of the jelly sandal look with these sleek sandals from Stuart Weitzman.
DV by Dolce Vita Sunshine Strappy Jelly Slide Sandal
These jelly sandals have slim straps for just a hint of jelly — but they come in bright colors that make them eye-catching nonetheless.
Katy Perry Shoes Women’s The Geli Flat Sandal
The fruit accents on these jelly sandals from Katy Perry make them extra fun for summer.
FUNKYMONKEY Women’s Comfort Slides Double Buckle Adjustable EVA Flat Sandals
These chunky sandals combine two trends: platform slides and the return of ’90s-style jelly colors.
Melissa Possession Jelly Sandal for Women – The Original Jelly Shoe
If you’re looking to really bring back the ’90s, here are the shoes for you: the original jelly sandals, just like you had when you were a kid.
Women’s Bonnie Jelly Slide Sandals – Shade & Shore
These open-toed mule-style jelly slides are casual and comfortable, embracing the trend while also going with just about any outfit.
Yehopere Women’s T-Strap Jelly Sandal Pointed Toe Clear Summer Beach Flat Sandals
These jelly sandals are the best of both worlds — similar to the originals, but still with a modern twist in their pointed toe and updated straps.
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